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The Best Hiking Boots for Women in 2023

We tested the best women’s hiking boots of 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include SCARPA, KEEN, and more!

Written by Morgan Tilton, Miya Tsudome and Kylie Mohr April 19, 2023

Kona Rove HD E-Bike Review: Good Bike, Great Price

The Kona Rove HD offers terrific value and an exhilarating ride experience for daily commuters and adventure riders.

Written by Toby Hill April 19, 2023

Jack Wolfskin Tapeless Jacket, 2.0 — All the Protection, None of the Seams

Jack Wolfskin makes this shell with no seams, and no seam tape. Here’s how the welded-fabric invention performed when subjected to rain and snow.

Written by David Young April 19, 2023

2023 Imperial Outdoors XploreRV X145 Review: 4-Season Overland Trailer

Four-season, fully equipped, high-end off-road camper trailer put to the test. The Imperial Outdoors XploreRV X145 is ready for your next overland adventure.

Written by Bruce Smith April 19, 2023

Stay Dry in Any Alpine Storm: Mountain Hardwear Dawnlight Outerwear Review

Over 2.5 days on the Grand Teton, the Dawnlight jacket and pants combo from Mountain Hardwear effectively shielded me from every kind of precipitation in…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss April 19, 2023

The Best Hunting Blinds of 2023

Using a hunting blind is a tried and true method hunters have long used to find success. We’ve compiled a list of the top blinds…

Written by Josh Kirchner April 19, 2023

The Benchmade Narrows Resets the Engineering Bar

Unbelievably thin yet strong, the Benchmade Narrows is a feat of engineering and one of the best new knives on the market.

Written by Nick LeFort April 18, 2023

2024 Polaris RZR XP 1000 Review: Ready for Longer, Faster, More Comfortable Trail Days

Polaris has reexamined what made the RZR XP a success, and then worked to bring riders more of what they loved.

Written by Evan Williams April 18, 2023

The Best Hiking Shoes of 2023

We tested and ranked the best hiking shoes for men and women for 2022, including top picks from Salomon, Lems, Merrell, SCARPA, and more.

Written by Mallory Paige, Austin Beck-Doss and Chris Carter April 18, 2023

The Best Running Hats of 2023

Whether pounding the pavement or hitting the trail, we’ve found the best running hats for every use and budget.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Tim Newcomb April 18, 2023

The Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2023

What’s the best ultralight backpack? We interviewed thru-hikers and put several models to the test to find some of the top lightweight hiking backpacks.

Written by Sean McCoy and Chris Carter April 18, 2023

The Best Satellite Messengers of 2023

Satellite messengers started with the need for reliable emergency contact, but have expanded beyond emergency needs into full-blown two-way communication devices. While every satellite messenger…

Written by Tim Newcomb and Nick Belcaster April 18, 2023

Patagonia Women’s R1 Air Hoody Review: Your Favorite Fleece Takes a Deep Breath

The Patagonia R1 Air Hoody is a sleek and technical layer, perfect for outdoor athletes getting after it in chilly weather.

Written by Katie Griffith April 18, 2023

Fan-Favorite Harness Redux: FHF Gear’s FOB Bino Is Epic

FHF Gear hit it out of the park with the new FOB Bino Harness. This is the star of chest rigs to protect your optics.

Written by Josh Kirchner April 18, 2023

The Best Insulated Water Bottles of 2023

We tested the best insulated water bottles for 2023 with options for every budget. Top picks include YETI, Hydro Flask, and more!

Written by Mary Murphy and Nick Belcaster April 18, 2023

The Best Bone Conduction Headphones of 2023

Rock out to your playlist while staying aware of your surroundings. These are the best bone conduction headphones of 2023.

Written by Cory Smith April 18, 2023

The Best Hiking Pants for Women in 2023

After months on the trail, we found the best hiking pants for women. Pick a pair and get ready for adventure.

Written by Rebecca Ross, Chelsey Magness and Miya Tsudome April 18, 2023

The Best Trail Running Shoes for Women in 2023

From muddy local trails to epic mountain runs, we’ve found the best trail running shoes for women.

Written by Mallory Paige and Rebecca Ross April 18, 2023

Digital Coaching, Dynamic Resistance: Tonal Is the Fitness ‘Gimmick’ I Wanted to Hate but Didn’t

I didn’t want to like the Tonal. But it proved to be the most efficient and effective strength training device I’ve ever tried.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 17, 2023

The Best Archery Targets of 2023

A good archery target is one of your tickets to consistent accuracy with a bow and arrow. Here are our picks for the best archery…

Written by Josh Kirchner April 17, 2023

Deuter Goes Bikepacking: Waterproof Cabezon Series Review

The new Deuter Cabezon bags are lightweight, thoroughly waterproof, and well-suited for fast gravel adventures or alt-touring setups.

Written by Matthew Medendorp April 14, 2023

The Best Winter Traction Devices of 2023

On slippery snow and ice-covered surfaces, standard rubber-soled footwear just doesn’t cut it. Winter traction devices — also known as ice cleats and microspikes —…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss April 13, 2023